Five Health Benefits of Orange, According To Research

Many people are aware of the health beneficial effects of orange but only a few can categorically state how it benefits the body.

Orange is one of the widely available fruits in Nigeria and it is usually available throughout the year. Orange is also one of the cheapest fruits, at least when you compare the price to apples and pineapples.

Here are five health benefits of the fruits and why you should take it daily if possible:

1. Treatment of Health Complications Like Diabetes

There is an abundance of carbs and water in oranges. According to experts, it contains only a small portion of protein and fat.

Despite their sweetness, oranges are recommended for people with diabetes. Surprised, the reason is that the sugar in oranges has a low glycemic index. Research has however revealed that foods with low GI can help treat diseases like diabetes.

2. Improves Digestive Health and Weight Loss

Oranges contain a considerable amount of fibres such that consuming one could provide the body up to 18 per cent of the recommended daily intake. 

The fibres in orange are pectin, cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin. The fibres have been researched to be able to improve digestive health, hasten weight loss and at the same time, reduces body cholesterol.

3. Lower Blood Pressure

One of the best fruits to turn to in case you need potassium is orange. Potassium has been researched to lower blood pressure in people suffering from High Blood Pressure. Thus, a great fruit to reduce heart disease complications.

Other health benefits of oranges include:

4. Kidney stone prevention

5. Anemia prevention

To take advantage of these health benefits, it is advisable you consume the real orange fruit rather than its juice marketed by different brands.

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